IT Agile Project Manager

Job Title : IT Agile Project Manager

Location : Canada (Remote )

Job Type : Contract

Experience : 9+ Years

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced IT Agile Project Manager to lead and manage software and IT projects using Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, execution, delivery, and continuous improvement of Agile projects while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage IT projects using Agile / Scrum methodologies

Act as a Scrum Master or Agile PM, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives

Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, QA, and Business stakeholders

Define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables aligned with business objectives

Track project progress, manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations

Ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions within scope and budget

Maintain project documentation, reports, and dashboards for leadership

Promote Agile best practices and continuous improvement within teams

Coordinate with distributed teams across multiple time zones (if required)

Ensure compliance with organizational and client standards

Required Skills & Qualifications

6+ years of experience in IT Project Management

Strong hands-on experience with Agile, Scrum, and Kanban frameworks

Proven experience managing software development and IT projects

Excellent understanding of SDLC and Agile delivery models

Experience with Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Rally, or Trello

Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience working with Canadian clients or North American projects (preferred)

Preferred Certifications

PMP (Project Management Professional)

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Agile Certification

PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering , or related field

Master's degree or Agile certifications are a plus

Nice to Have

Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines

Experience in regulated industries (Banking, Healthcare, Government)